{"id":18485,"date":"2023-10-03T11:59:05","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T15:59:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/blog\/?p=18485"},"modified":"2025-12-19T12:31:06","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T17:31:06","slug":"what-is-my-server-address","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/blog\/what-is-my-server-address\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is My Server Address?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/blog\/tear-specs-look-choosing-server\/\">server&#8217;s<\/a> IP address is its unique identifier on the internet. It allows individual devices to be identified and information to be communicated between devices. Everything connected to the internet has an IP address, including every device and servers used to host websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, KnownHost explains what a server IP address is, how they\u2019re useful, how to find a server address and name, and whether a server address can be changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong><br>What Is My Server IP Address?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IP<\/strong> stands for <strong>internet protocol<\/strong> and is a unique coded address that identifies an individual device on the internet or a closed local network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An IP address is the prime identifier that facilitates the transfer of information across the internet or local networks, like an address in a traditional phone book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A server IP address is no different \u2013 it is the reference used to communicate with a server. It is required to facilitate any remote desktop file transfer, or as an identifier when hosting a website or database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These addresses come in <strong>two main formats<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>IPv4<\/strong>: The classic four-number format (e.g., 192.168.1.1). This is the most common type you&#8217;ll encounter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IPv6<\/strong>: A newer, longer format (e.g., 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334) designed to accommodate the vast number of devices on the modern internet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While most personal devices get a temporary (dynamic) IP address, server IP addresses are typically <strong>static<\/strong>, meaning they don\u2019t change. This permanence is crucial so that services like your website remain consistently accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br>Why Are They Important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IP addresses are important for quick reference and device identification. Each address is unique to a device within a local network or subnetwork (including the internet).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When performing any activity over a network (like sending emails, browsing websites, or downloading\/uploading data), an IP address will be assigned, which can be used to track which device performed a particular activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While VPN tools can mask a user\u2019s IP address, it\u2019s still a good method for online traceability and transparency. When connected to another device (a server, wireless hub, etc.) it can often be useful to know the IP address to identify any devices or instances that aren\u2019t familiar and could represent an unauthorized intruder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A server IP address allows servers to communicate with other devices and servers and, unlike most IP addresses, is static \u2013 meaning it remains the same forever and doesn\u2019t change with each new session or connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br>How Can I Find My Server <\/strong>Address &amp; Name<strong>?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding a server name and IP address can be relatively simple when you know the right steps to follow. Here, KnownHost explains how to find yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(The method below assumes that the user is running a Windows operating system.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Step 1:<\/strong><\/em><em> Use the device search function to open the command prompt.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Type \u2018nslookup domain.com\u2019 (without using quotation marks and where domain is your domain) into the command prompt, then click enter. This will display the server\u2019s network settings.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> This will provide output similar to this:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>$ nslookup google.com\n\nServer:     192.168.1.1\nAddress:    192.168.1.1#53\n\nNon-authoritative answer:\nName:   google.com\nAddress: 172.217.168.238\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>In this example, 172.217.168.238 would be the servers IP address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Your Hosting Provider<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If this method is unsuccessful, your hosting provider&#8217;s support team can instantly tell you your server&#8217;s IP address. Have your account details ready for verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong><br>Does This Differ Depending on My Hosting Package?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, an IP address can differ depending on the hosting package, however, this is not always the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all devices within a shared server environment need to have the same IP address, and multiple devices can have multiple IP addresses. For example, if a server has an SSL certificate (secure socket layer) then it would have another dedicated IP address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is possible to have a dedicated IP address while utilizing shared server solutions, but it is also possible to have a shared IP address across multiple domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Knownhost provides a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/web-hosting\">web hosting services<\/a> to suit every client and website \u2013 from VPS hosting, dedicated hosting, and shared web hosting to WordPress hosting, reseller hosting, and cloud hosting.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>To find out more about our hosting packages and how you can benefit from our industry-leading uptime and 24\/7 support, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/contact\">contact our expert team<\/a> today!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong><br>Can A Server Address be Changed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is up to the hosting provider on whether or not the server address can be changed. In most cases, the assigned IP address to your service is going to be persistent. The only way to change that IP address would be to purchase a new or similar service in hopes that you wouldn&#8217;t be provisioned on the same server (take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.knownhost.com\/blog\/what-does-shared-hosting-really-me\/\">Shared<\/a>, for example). Virtual and Dedicated Servers would typically have different IP addresses on multiple deployments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In simpler terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shared Hosting:<\/strong>\u00a0Changing your IP address is usually not a user-configurable option. It may happen automatically if the host migrates servers, or you may need to upgrade to a plan that includes a dedicated IP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>VPS &amp; Dedicated Servers:<\/strong>\u00a0You typically have more control. You can often request a new IP from your provider or, if allowed, add additional IP addresses to your server&#8217;s network configuration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you be looking to change your Server&#8217;s IP Address, check with your provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Note:<\/strong>\u00a0If you change your server&#8217;s IP address, you\u00a0<strong>must update your domain&#8217;s A record<\/strong> in your DNS settings. Until this update propagates worldwide (which can take 24-48 hours), your website and email may be inaccessible from the old IP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What should a server address look like?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A: While server IP addresses have millions of unique identifications, they still have an identifiable format. An IP address is a string of numbers separated by periods. The full IP address is four numbers long, and individual numbers range between 0 to 255. An example of an IP address would be <\/em><em><strong>\u2018112.254.13.59\u2019<\/strong><\/em><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can a server have multiple IP addresses?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A: Absolutely. Server&#8217;s typically come with at least two IP addresses but are able to have more added depending on the provider. For example, KnownHost Dedicated IP&#8217;s come in blocks of 8.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your server&#8217;s IP address is its unique identifier on the internet. It allows individual devices to be identified and information to be communicated between devices. Everything connected to the internet has an IP address, including every device and servers used to host websites. 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